Sport Coach

Overview

Smile Education is working in partnership with a forward-thinking secondary academy within a well-established Multi-Academy Trust in the West Midlands. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, inclusion and personal development
, with sport and physical activity playing a key role in school life.

We are seeking enthusiastic Sports Coaches to support students through curricular PE, enrichment activities and intervention sessions
. This is a flexible role
, ideal for those looking to work around other commitments such as university, coaching schedules or other employment.

Experience in a school is not essential — we welcome applicants from a wide range of sporting and people-focused backgrounds.

• Support PE lessons alongside teaching staff
• Lead or assist with small-group sports sessions
• Deliver enrichment, intervention or extracurricular activities
• Promote teamwork, confidence and positive behaviour
• Support students’ physical wellbeing and engagement
• Work flexibly across different year groups

• Flexible working patterns to suit your availability
• Ideal for students, graduates, coaches or career changers
• Gain valuable experience in an educational setting
• Supportive school environment with training provided
• Opportunity to make a real difference to young people
• Fast-track start available

We welcome applicants who:

• Have a background or strong interest in sport, fitness or coaching
• Are positive, energetic and reliable
• Enjoy working with children and young people
• Can motivate, encourage and engage students
• Are happy to work flexibly and as part of a team

• Sports coaching or fitness instruction
• Youth work or mentoring
• PE or sports science degrees
• University students studying sport-related subjects
• Teaching assistant, cover or pastoral support roles

• Enhanced DBS check (can be processed if required)
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Availability during school hours (flexible days available)

Interviews and trial days are being arranged on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Please apply online or send your CV to  or for more information please call: .

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.